Why There's A Black Dot On Your iPhone's Camera (And What It Actually Does)

Users of iPhone 12 and later may have noticed the black dot near the lens. This is the LiDAR sensor that emits lasers and is ...
Digital Trends

What is lidar technology, and what can it do?

While lidar has been around for years, it’s now more affordable and accessible than ever, so we’re seeing this technology show up on a variety of professional applications … and even in the smart home ...
The Verge

Luminar acquires lidar data company Civil Maps

Luminar will use Civil Maps’ 3D mapping data to build its Sentinel full-stack autonomous driving software platform. Luminar will use Civil Maps’ 3D mapping data to build its Sentinel full-stack ...
Ars Technica

Why experts believe cheaper, better lidar is right around the corner

On November 3, 2007, six vehicles made history by successfully navigating a simulated urban environment—and complying with California traffic laws—without a driver behind the wheel. Five of the six ...